With over 6 million properties in the UK having Cavity Wall Insulation installed, it often comes as a surprise that it almost always ends in disaster. The UK is prone to a generally damp, windy, cold, and occasionally icy climate, homes across the UK have been affected by the weather, which can affect not only the efficiency of Cavity Wall Insulation, but also the damage it can cause when it becomes defected.
If your home has Cavity Wall Insulation installed, it is important to know the signs and symptoms that will appear if your Cavity Wall Insulation is defected. Spotting the signs early will prevent irreversible damage occurring to your property, that could end up costing you in the long term. This week will be going through the most common and easy-to-spot symptoms to look out for, and if you notice them, it might be time to give us a ring.
Cold or Damp Walls
You may find that certain areas of your home feel quite cool, or if you brush part a wall it feels so cold it almost feels damp… this could be a sign of defected Cavity Wall Insulation. This sign is often an early sign before damp has occurred, sometimes caused by clump in your Cavity Wall Insulation, or otherwise the Cavity Wall Insulation hasn’t been correctly installed. In which case, a CWI specialist could use a borescope to identify the issue correctly.
Brown or Peeling Plaster
Somewhat the second stage of the sign above, brown, or peeling paint and plaster is a tell-tale sign that the interior of your walls is being exposed to damp and moisture, likely seeping through the Cavity Wall Insulation. This sort of damage can become expensive if not treated quickly and can also become a structural issue in your home, so once you see this, act quickly.
Damp Walls
Further related to our sign above (as many of these signs do), damp walls can present themselves in a variety of ways and will show there is an issue to be concerned about with your Cavity Wall Insulation. Whether it be bubbling wallpaper, damp patches on the wall, or even a musty smell, all these symptoms are telling you that moisture is getting through from the exterior wall to the interior, and this is never good… This is often caused by the exterior wall not repelling water, often caused by severe weather conditions. In turn, the CWI then soaks up this moisture and transmits it to the internal wall.
Damp can not only affect the interior, exterior and stability of your property, but it can also be harmful to you and those in the home. Read more, here.
Mould
A result of damp and a serious point of concern is mould. Heavily related and caused by Cavity Wall Insulation, mould is a fungus that develops because of damp and moisture. Mould can present itself all over your property and is a sign that the damp has been lingering in your home for a while. If you spot mould in your home, don’t hesitate in getting in touch with the CavClear team, if you read more on what damp can do to you and those in your home, you’ll know why…
What can CavClear do to help?
Here at CavClear, we specialise in providing the United Kingdom with a prompt cost-effective and friendly solution to removing Cavity Wall Insulation. Our team are fully approved and accredited to provide you with an easy, effective and high standard of service. Our specialists can identify, advise and resolve your Cavity Wall related issues.
If you are concerned that your Cavity Wall Insulation has become ineffective, or is causing damp to your home, then get in touch now for a expert, no-obligation Cavity Wall Insulation Removal quote!
Don’t let the issue get out of hand… Get in touch with our friendly team by calling 0333 220 2463 or contact us.
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